Ordinary venues don’t cut it when your celebration deserves a place with its own personality. That’s where Kent’s quirky restaurants come in, each with its own flavour and story. If you’re eyeing a playful brasserie in Tunbridge Wells or a private dining room in Deal, you can be sure that it will be an experience that is memorable. These restaurants don’t just serve food, they become stages for laughs, speeches, and bold toasts. With Tagvenue, you'll find that one-of-a-kind space that just feels right.
Booking costs of quirky restaurants average £42 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Kent, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £35 | to £45 | per person |
| From £600 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £5100 | hire fee per day |
You'll find quirky restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Kent, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £1200 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1500 hire fee per day |
Smaller quirky restaurants usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Kent, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Chartwell Suite at Dover Marina Hotel & Spa - function room for 20 guests
Venue said: The Chartwell Suite is a private room at Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, used for smaller meetings, interviews, boardroom discussions, private dining, and group gatherings.
The Park Square Room at Mercure Tunbridge Wells - meeting room for 30 guests
Venue said: This room can host up to 40 guests for an evening event, so it’s well suited to smaller celebrations. It’s part of the original Dower House, which the hotel was built around, and you can feel that bit of history in the space.
Aylesford Suite at Orida Hotels Maidstone - meeting room for 40 guests
Venue said: The Aylesford Suite at Orida Hotels Maidstone is a versatile space designed for meetings, small events, and intimate weddings, accommodating up to 40 guests.
Cheap quirky restaurants in Kent start from £250 minimum spend per event or £250 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The Mallows Restaurant at Mercure Tunbridge Wells, from £250 minimum spend per event
(up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: There’s room for a disco and dance floor if you’d like to turn it into more of a party later in the evening. It’s easy to set up the room to suit the tone of your event, whether that’s relaxed and low-key or a bit more lively.
Calico Lounge at Calico Bar and Eatery-Maidstone, from £250 hire fee per event
(up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: Calico Lounge is a stylish and welcoming events space in the heart of Maidstone, offering a lively open setting that brings people together through great food, drinks and atmosphere.
The Tasting Room at Mereworth Wines, from £400 hire fee per day
(up to 35 guests seated)
Venue said: Capacities: Theatre - 35; U shape - 18; Boardroom - 12 Wall mounted TV and HDMI cable. Located just off the main winery the tasting room is usually host to our tours and tastings.
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